2004 Toyota Prius | 2008 Toyota Prius | 2009 Toyota Prius | 2005 Toyota Prius | 2006 Toyota Prius | 2007 Toyota Prius — Steering: gear box: shaft sector
Published November 14, 2012 · Recall initiated: November 14, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V537000, published November 14, 2012. Recalling firm: Toyota Motor Corporation; 2004 Toyota Prius | 2008 Toyota Prius | 2009 Toyota Prius | 2005 Toyota Prius | 2006 Toyota Prius | 2007 Toyota Prius — Steering: gear box: shaft sector.
What's the hazard
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 Prius vehicles manufactured August 5, 2003, through March 30, 2009. The affected vehicles have a steering intermediate extension shaft assembly built with metal splines that complete the connection from the steering wheel to the steering gear. These splines may have been manufactured with an insufficient hardness.
What to do
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the extension shaft and replace it if it is one with insufficient hardness, free of charge. The recall began during December 2012. Owners may contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331.
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Recall details
- Brand
- TOYOTA
- Model
- PRIUS
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Lot
- 2004 TOYOTA PRIUS | 2008 TOYOTA PRIUS | 2009 TOYOTA PRIUS | 2005 TOYOTA PRIUS | 2006 TOYOTA PRIUS | 2007 TOYOTA PRIUS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2004 Toyota Prius | 2008 Toyota Prius | 2009 Toyota Prius | 2005 Toyota Prius | 2006 Toyota Prius | 2007 Toyota Prius — Steering: gear box: shaft sector recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V537000 on November 14, 2012. Reported hazard: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 Prius vehicles manufactured August 5, 2003, through March 30, 2009. The affected vehicles have a steering intermediate extension shaft assembly built with metal splines that complete the connection from the steering wheel to the steering gear. These splines may have been manufactured with an insufficient hardness.
What should I do if I have this product?
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the extension shaft and replace it if it is one with insufficient hardness, free of charge. The recall began during December 2012. Owners may contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TOYOTA. Model: PRIUS.